System Administrator

Description

Markon is seeking a System Administrator to support our Fort Meade customer. The System Administrator will be responsible for provisioning, configuring, securing, and maintaining enterprise Linux-based systems and virtualized environments, while supporting automation, containerization, and system integration efforts.

Responsibilities

• Provision, configure, patch, secure, harden, and maintain Linux-based systems, primarily Red Hat Enterprise Linux.
• Manage Linux Volume Manager (LVM), file systems, and system storage configurations.
• Administer and support virtualized environments using VMware.
• Develop, implement, and maintain automation and configuration scripts, including use of Ansible.
• Support system provisioning using Kickstart and PXE boot technologies.
• Implement and maintain containerized environments in support of mission applications.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and resolve operational incidents.
• Apply system security controls in accordance with established hardening standards and security policies.
• Support system integration efforts and collaborate with engineering and operations teams.
• Participate in system documentation, change management, and configuration control processes.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI w/ active Polygraph with this Customer
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field plus 10 years of relevant experience,OR 15 years of relevant Systems Administration experience in lieu of a degree.
• Demonstrated experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux, including Linux Volume Manager (LVM).
• Required experience provisioning, configuring, patching, securing, and hardening systems.
• Required experience with VMware virtualization and Ansible automation.
• Knowledge of IPv4 networking fundamentals.
• Experience with containerization technologies, Kickstart, and PXE provisioning.
• Experience developing and implementing system configuration scripts.
• Ability to work independently in a secure, mission-focused environment.

Salary Range

USD $160,000.00 - USD $175,000.00 /Yr.The Markon pay range for this position is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

 

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

 

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

 

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

 

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

 

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.